Immunology Therapeutic Specialist - San Diego, CA

Incyte; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Incyte in San Diego, CA is seeking a driven Sales Representative to promote our immunology therapies to healthcare providers in a designated territory.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in pharmaceutical or biotech sales, knowledge of rare diseases, and strong relationship-building skills; willingness to travel within the territory and collaborate with Medical Affairs and Market Access.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; life sciences preferred.
• 3+ years in pharmaceutical/biotech or specialty sales; immunology/rare disease experience preferred.
• Strong clinical acumen and ability to discuss complex scientific information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory business plan to achieve sales goals.
• Educate healthcare professionals on immunology/rare disease products.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders including specialists and hospitals.
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Patient Services to support access and education.
• Maintain knowledge of disease state, product, and treatment guidelines.
• Ensure activities comply with policies.

Skills

Territory planning

Healthcare professional education

Relationship building

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced clinical degree (PharmD/PA/NP)

Tools

CRM tools (Veeva/Salesforce)

Job description

Overview

A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Sales Representative to join our Immunology team. This individual will be responsible for promoting and selling our innovative therapies to healthcare providers within a designated territory. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the rare disease landscape, experience in specialty sales, and a proven track record of building meaningful customer relationships. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a passionate, mission-driven team bringing life-changing therapies to patients with high unmet needs. You'll play a critical role in shaping how we support healthcare professionals and the patients they serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory business plan to achieve or exceed sales goals.
• Educate healthcare professionals on the clinical benefits and appropriate use of our immunology/rare disease product(s).
• Identify, target, and engage key stakeholders including specialists, hospitals, infusion centers, and patient advocacy groups.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Patient Services teams to support patient access and education.
• Maintain deep knowledge of disease state, product, competitive landscape, and evolving treatment guidelines.
• Ensure all activities are conducted within compliance guidelines and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred; life sciences or related field preferred.
• Advanced clinical degree such as PharmD, PA, or NP is a plus.
• 3+ years of pharmaceutical, biotech, or specialty sales experience; experience in immunology, rare disease, or specialty biologics strongly preferred.
• Strong clinical acumen with the ability to discuss complex scientific information.
• Proven success in a complex selling environment and ability to navigate matrixed organizations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel within the territory as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience launching a new rare disease product or indication.
• Strong understanding of patient access and reimbursement pathways.
• Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce) and digital sales platforms.
• Experience working with patient advocacy organizations.
• Ability to interpret and communicate scientific data to both clinical and non-clinical audiences.
• Adaptability and resilience in a rapidly evolving environment.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Pay Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $230,000.00 /Yr.